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Heaven’s Whisper
Want to help bring joy to someone who is alone or hurting? Several Word of Life women have formed a caring choir called, “Heaven’s Whisper.” They plan to go monthly to area homes, nursing homes or care centers to sing to individual residents. Their first event will be THIS Sunday, October 18 at 3:00 p.m. Meet them at Autumn Winds Nursing Home (3301 FM 3009). If you love music and care about people, this group is for you. Questions? Call Mary Flowers, 658-4130. Also, if you know of someone in our community who would appreciate a visit from this group, please let Mary know.
LifeLesson Series: Reconnecting with God
Do you want God to bless you? Do you want to see God working miracles through your life? Do you want to sense His presence and His power? Reconnect with God and experience His blessing, His working, His presence and power.
Finding Strength to Go On
When your spouse says, “I’m leaving and I’m not coming back," when your doctor says, “The diagnosis is terminal," when you walk away from a freshly covered grave, what do you do? How do you find the strength to go on? Discover renewed strength this Sunday, October 18 at 10:45 a.m. 101 Pecan Drive, in Schertz [map and directions].
Free Audio Bible
Reconnect with God this week! Get a FREE New Testament download in one of over 311 languages. I recommend the English - ESV Dramatized Version. The Audio Bible Download Manager makes it easy to get the entire New Testament to your computer quickly. Listen from your computer or sync it with your mp3 player and listen daily! Download your copy today at http://www.lcmsbibledownload.com.
Nursery (infant to age 4)
A nursery is available for children infant – age 4 at any time during the worship service on Sundays in the Mother’s Room, to the left as you exit the worship area.
J.A.M. (ages 5-8)
Children ages 5-8 are invited to join us for J.A.M., our age appropriate worship/learning experience for children, just after the Children's message this Sunday! Interested in helping with J.A.M.? Contact David White at 650-3166.
Just for Tweens (ages 9-12)
Kids ages 9—12 are invited to be a part of Tweens, a group specially designed for them. Join them this Sunday during the LifeLesson portion of worship for this fun learning experience. Want to know more? Call Becky Peterson at 945-7952.
Grace Prayer Team
Know the miraculous power of prayer. Word of Life has a team of prayer warriors ready to pray for you. The team meets on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. [map and directions] to pray for the morning worship and other needs. Also, prayer partners will be available to pray with you or for you after worship. Just come to the right side of the worship area.
If you would like the team to pray for you throughout the week, just let Pastor Ken know (566-2237 or Ken@WordofLife4u.com), and he will share your request with the team.
The team is compiling a quarterly newsletter and they would like to add your story of answered prayer. Please share YOUR story and/or become a part of this exciting prayer team. Contact Betty Tolsma 659-8107 or bettytolsma@sbcglobal.net.
Building a Bigger Heaven in Texas
In our prayers this week, we’re lifting up missionary pastor Larry Wong and the ministry of Familia de Fe as they reach out to people in Houston and beyond. We support his work through the gift of 10% of our Sunday morning offerings to Texas Partners in Mission (TPIM). To find out more about TPIM visit www.txdistlcms.org/tpim.
Disaster Relief
People are suffering in the wake of four recent disasters in Asia, including the 7.6-magnitude earthquake that hit Indonesia September 30, originating off Sumatra and killing more than 700, with the death toll expected to rise. That tragedy is the latest in a string of disasters, including a tsunami in Samoa, flooding in the Philippines, and a typhoon in Taiwan. “LCMS World Relief and Human Care is actively engaged in assessing needs and providing assistance by working directly with our partner churches, LCMS World Mission, and the Pacific Southwest and California-Nevada-Hawaii districts,” said Rev. Glenn F. Merritt, director of Disaster Response. Your tax deductible contributions can assist families in need in these areas. Make your check payable to Word of Life and write LCMS World Relief in the memo line or use one of the Disaster Relief envelopes available at worship this Sunday.
LifeGroups
For Mothers of Daughters
Sundays 9:45 a.m.
map and directions
Your daughter’s growing up. The world has a lot to say to her, and she’s starting to listen. It’s time for you to tell her some things she might not know—or might have forgotten—about who she is in God’s eyes. Join us for Five Conversations to Have with Your Daughter at the 7th Day Adventist Bldg. in the Mother's room. Questions? Becky Peterson, beterson2@sbcglobal.net or 945-7952.
For Youth (Grades 7-12)
Tuesdays 7:00 p.m.
Our culture does not value or hold dear those things which are important to Christians. Set aside time each week to reconnect with young Christians and with Christ. Learn from each other and from adult examples, how to shine your light for Jesus in the dark hallways of your life. Join us at the Osgoods, 3740 Limestone Mesa, Schertz. Questions? Mark Stemmermann, 508-2073.
For Women
Wednesdays 9:00 a.m.
Dive into the Bible to discover the treasures and answers it holds. Learn key concepts of our faith and break down the Bible to make it come alive! Great for new believers and those unfamiliar with Scripture. Meet at Sherri Smith’s home, 3309 Dusty Crossing, Schertz. Questions? Call Sherri Smith, 659-2585.
For Women
Wednesdays 7:00 p.m.
Join us for Living Free: Learning to Pray God’s Word, a study by Beth Moore. This is our “off” week. Join us on Wednesday, October 28 at 7:00 p.m. for Lesson #2 at the Peterson home, 2839 Pond Apple. Questions? Patti Mitschke, 566-1650 or Patti@WordofLife4u.com
For Readers
Wednesday 6:45 p.m.
Meet new friends and share insights on various readings at this monthly book discussion group. Meet at the NEW Schertz Library, 608 Schertz Parkway, meeting room in the children's section on October 21. Questions? Patti Mitschke, 566-1650 or Patti@WordofLife4u.com
For Men
Thursdays 7:00 p.m.
Meet with other men for discussion, prayer and encouragement. We’ll meet three Thursdays of the month and take one week off (the last Thursday) to do a service project in our community that week. Join us at the Mitschke's, 1531 Jasmine Drive, Schertz. Questions? David Smith, 659-2585.
Service Project for Men
Work shoulder to shoulder with other men to connect with those in need and make a tangible difference in their lives. We’ll get together for a couple of hours to serve one of our widows and/or single moms by doing some repairs and odd jobs at their home. We’ll be more about them than us, more about action than talk. The adventure begins Saturday morning, October 31, time and place TBA.
Hire a Youth Fundraiser
Help our youth attend the national LCMS National Youth Gathering in New Orleans this summer. Here are several ways you can help:
“Hire a youth” to help with projects around your home. They are available for everything from babysitting to painting.
Purchase terrific Gardenville fertilizer from our youth. The special fall mix is just $20/bag delivered to your door. Pay just $35/bag, and the youth will spread the fertilizer for you.
Order live greenery for the holidays for you or your family. The youth are taking orders for a variety of wreaths, sprays and centerpieces. Great prices for delivery to your home or direct shipment to family across the country.
To order your fertilizer or greenery or to schedule youth workers, speak to a youth group member or call Mark Stemmermann, 508-2073.
Loved Ones Who've Died in the Past Year
On Sunday, November 1, All Saints' Day, we'll remember and honor Christian family members and close friends of attenders of Word of Life Fellowship who've died in the past 12 months (Revelation 14:13). Please email Pastor at Ken@WordofLife4u.com with the names of your loved ones whom you'd like to have commemorated or complete the RSVP at worship.
Holiday Meals and Gifts
For the past several years, Word of Life has worked with SCUCISD to sponsor area families at Thanksgiving and Christmas. We are once again sponsoring five families for the holidays. In the past, we have provided food baskets, HEB gift cards, Walmart gift cards and various gift items. We need your help to help others this holiday season. If you would like to assist with this project, please contact Patti Mitschke, 566-1650 or Patti@WordofLife4u.com.
Operation Christmas Child
Help send a message of hope to children in desperate situations around the world through gift-filled shoeboxes. Shoebox collection will be Sunday, November 22. For complete details, pick up an Operation Christmas Child brochure from the Info Table. This brochure includes a list of suggested items to include in the box and some items that should NOT be included. You’ll also find information about including a picture of yourself and a note for the child who will receive the box. In addition, Family Christian Store has free boxes available for you to pack. Questions? Visit the website at www.samaritanspurse.org or contact Patti Mitschke, 566-1650.
Online Calendar
You've read through the WordofLife4u. You sense what God wants you to do, but how do you keep track of events to invite your friends and neighbors to, groups where you can grow, and ministries where you can use your gifts to make a real difference? Check out our online calendar at: www.WordofLife4u.com/calendar.
Listen Online to Worship at Word of Life
If you have a broadband internet connection, you can listen to audio streams of recent worship services at Word of Life, or you can download a recording of the service to your computer or mp3 player and listen whenever you'd like. Click here! and you'll be directed to our Worship at Word of Life page. Left-click on "Stream" to listen to a service right away or click on "Download" (some require a right-click) to download a service to your computer and/or connected mp3 player to listen to later. You can view, save or print a copy of the LifeLesson notes too.
Father/Child Retreat
Dads, bring all the kids (sons and daughters) for a weekend of canoeing, archery, devotions, s’mores and more! Join us at Camp Lone Star in LaGrange, November 6—8. Registration is $80/adult, $60/youth. Children 4 and under attend free. Register online at www.LOMT.com.
Great Turkey Challenge
Help the San Antonio Food Bank put food on the table for families this holiday season by participating in this 5K Run/Walk event on Thanksgiving Morning, Thursday, November 26. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. and the event begins with a staggered start at 8:30 a.m. The event will take place in the King William district, starting at the H-E-B store at 646 South Main Avenue. Registration is $20/individual. Children under 12 are free. Register online at www.safoodbank.org.
"Better Life" Links
The Irony of Iron Man - "What can we learn from an armor-encased superhero who can protect others, but can't save himself? And what does his story say about finding strength in weakness?..." [more]
Family Father/Son Relationship - "I need help and I don't know what to do. I think I am going to go crazy..." [more]
Avoiding Injury in the Race - "As we run the 'race marked out for us,' here's how we might protect against spiritual injury..." [more]
Prayer Requests and Thanksgivings
We Thank God…
for offering new strength, new energy and new direction, for answering our prayers and rescuing us from all our fears, for restoring our relationship with Him and renewing our joy
for our guests and those who invited and brought them
for healing Shirley Stewart, Nelda Curry, Nita & John Bowden, & Pastor Ken
for the safe return of Logan Christiansen from deployment
for our nation and our leaders
for standing guard over our troops and their families
for those who have sacrificed life and limb defending us
for all the resources God has entrusted to our care
for His promise to multiply our tithes and offerings to help build a bigger heaven and better lives.
We Ask God…
to inspire and empower us to take time to meet our Lord, to pray for freedom from fear, and to trust Him to restore joy
to bless missionary pastor Larry Wong and the ministry of Familia de Fe as they reach out to people in Houston and beyond
to direct our purchasing of a property to help us reach our community with the Gospel and for resources to help buy it
to comfort the victims of persecution, terrorism and disaster
to bless our leaders with godly wisdom and guidance and that they would lead according to His will
to bless someone to be the best mother she can be and to find better employment
to bless our children through challenges and temptations and toward the faith and purpose God has for their lives, especially Lucas Longoria at college in Indiana
to bless the Collazo family as they go through a difficult time
to bless the marriage of Kelly and Joy McDonald
to bless Ana Koester and Jeff Conley with employment
to bless negotiations for the sale of Daniel Sanchez’s business
to protect our troops and workers abroad, especially Erik Moore & David Sanchez in Iraq and Juan Pizarro & Julie Astrachan in Afghanistan
to bless the family and friends of Art Stemmermann, Allison Fredricks, and of Barbara Markwardt as they mourn their deaths
to heal Sammi Krueger, David Koester, Laura Peebles, Lisa Flowers, Betty Tolsma’s daughter, Ruth Baller, Ricky Garza and Aaron Bryson and to heal those battling cancer: Rachel Midgett. Kayla Nunnery, Alden Malachowski, Marcia Waldgeir, Sadie Norris, Matthew Provencio, Manuel Coloura, Todd Reineck, Zach Vangundy, Amanda Conniff, Pam Smith, Kurt Bickel, Susan Doering and to comfort and strengthen their families
to empower us to connect our community to Christ.
Join us in prayer wherever you are! You may leave prayer requests at 566-2237 or Ken@WordofLife4u.com.
Strength Funny
The strong young man at the construction site was bragging that he could outdo anyone in a feat of strength. He made a special target of one of the older workmen. After several minutes, the older worker had enough. "Why don't you put your money where your mouth is?" he said. "I will bet a week's wages that I can haul something in a wheelbarrow over to that outbuilding that you won't be able to wheel back." "You're on, old man," the braggart replied. "Let's see what you got." The old man reached out and grabbed the wheelbarrow by the handles. Then, nodding to the young man, he said, "All right. Get in."
Just a Thought
"Only he who can say, 'The Lord is the strength of my life' can say, 'Of whom shall I be afraid?'" - Alexander MacLaren
Joy & Peace,
Pastor Ken Mitschke
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1531 Jasmine Dr
Schertz TX 78154-3738
www.WordofLife4u.com
210-566-2237
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We're building a bigger heaven and better lives!
Word of Life Fellowship LCMS
1531 Jasmine Dr
Schertz TX 78154-3738
Pastor Ken Mitschke
210-566-2237
Ken@WordofLife4u.com